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Ruby Gordon

Ruby Gordon

LPC, LCMHC

Therapist · Georgia · 15+ years of experience

Compassionate therapist for life’s difficult emotions

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  • Person-centered
  • Practical skills
  • Affirming care

About Ruby

Ruby Gordon, LPC, LCMHC brings 15 years of clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and major life changes. She creates an affirming space where people can talk about identity, grief, work strain, and relationship tensions without judgment. Her writing and tone are straightforward and practical in sessions.

Ruby uses a person-centered style that focuses on what matters most to each individual. She listens first, then helps people set small, achievable steps to reduce overwhelm and manage strong emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to track patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems stuck.

Mindfulness practices are introduced when they fit a person's rhythm, often as brief exercises to steady attention and reduce reactivity. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy help clarify goals and build momentum when people want change. These methods are blended to suit each client rather than applied rigidly.

Clients often bring concerns around identity, attachment, body image, caregiving stress, or workplace burnout. Ruby also supports people navigating kink and alternative sex culture, gender dysphoria, ADHD, and co-occurring mood concerns. Her aim is to help people build self-understanding and practical skills that carry into daily life.

She practices in Georgia and works in plain language so parents and busy adults can follow the work. To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online work

Ruby blends Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to make online sessions practical and grounded. Client-Centered Therapy means she prioritizes listening and understanding each person's experience before suggesting steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and offers clear exercises to practice between sessions.

She also uses Mindfulness Therapy in short practices that can be done during or after a session to help with anger, anxiety, and stress. These mindfulness techniques are kept simple so they fit into daily life and can be practiced in short bursts when needed. The therapist will work together with each person to choose approaches that match their needs and goals, adjusting methods based on what proves helpful during early sessions.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm available session formats before booking since options are not specified here. Many people find online visits help fit therapy into busy schedules, allow quick check-ins on stressful days, and make it easier to use skills in real time between work or family commitments. The focus in online work is on practical tools, clear goals, and steps you can try between meetings.

At a glance

Listed location
Georgia
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
LPC, LCMHC
Languages
English
License (North Carolina)
LCMHC · No. 9040
License (South Carolina)
LPC · No. 9475
License (Georgia)
LPC · No. LPC015697
NPI
1922357391

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does Ruby address?

She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, plus issues like trauma, grief, ADHD, body image, and caregiver stress.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and person-centered, with practical steps, brief mindfulness exercises, and goal-focused conversations to reduce overwhelm.

What is her clinical experience?

She has 15 years of experience supporting people through complex life challenges and transitions.

What credentials and region are listed?

She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in Georgia.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to get started?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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